Bathroom flooring for small bathrooms

14 Small Bathroom Floor Ideas From Designers

Choosing thoughtful, stylish, and durable flooring is essential to setting a strong foundation in any room. But this is especially true in small bathrooms, which tend to provide some tricky conundrums. Big-ticket items (showers, tubs, sinks, and toilets!) and storage needs tend to get most of the attention, but choosing the right materials for your surfaces deserves some thought too, as this can end up making a big difference. So consider this a friendly reminder not to underestimate flooring! Whether you're looking for creative design solutions to make do with a less than ideal bathroom floor situation, or you're about to embark on a renovation, you're in the right place. With 14 small bathroom flooring ideas from designers ahead, you'll get to know the best materials for a bathroom environment, while also seeing inspiring decorating ideas and tips.

Natural Stone Slab

Read McKendree

Lucy Harris extended a tile wall all the way across the bathroom to for a consistent feel, an essential in a small bathroom. For a similar level of consistency, while still incorporating contrast, she used the same marble slab on the bathroom floors. All-glass shower doors keep it feeling open and breezy.

Wood

Trevor Tondro

This marble and glass shower is a welcome modern surprise in the rustic 1770s Charleston residence designed by Cameron Schwabenton. The overall eclectic approach honors the integrity of the home's history with rustic wood foundations. But by incorporating more modern materials, like the marble and glass used in the shower, it also feels contemporary and polished.

White Painted Wood

Paul Raeside

A simple design trick? Paint your surfaces white for a bright, crisp upgrade. Designer Andrew Flesher gave this small farmhouse bathroom a fresh coat of white paint, including on the old wood floors. He also made the most of the limited space by skipping bulky cabinets and installing a floating basin sink.

Natural Stone Tiles

Heidi Caillier

A great way to save without totally compromising your vision is to use natural stone tiles instead of larger seamless slabs. Given their natural resistance to water, natural stone tiles like marble or granite are an excellent flooring choice for a saturation-prone space like a bathroom. This bathroom designed by Heidi Caillier features black and white stone tiles on the floors and alternating gray marble subway tiles on the shower e.

Graphic Porcelain Tiles

Haris Kenjar

Designer Andy Beers of Ore Studios created a bold irregular pattern with graphic floor tiles that are further emboldened by a modern pendant in this small bathroom.

Poured Concrete

Leanne Ford Interiors

On the durability scale, concrete flooring ranks highly especially when it comes to water resistance. The edgy look of poured concrete is also perfect for any risk-takers or city dwellers with modern style out there. Instead of having to choose between a shower and a tub (or cramping in both) Leanne Ford used concrete flooring in this entire bathroom and installed a central drain so that the space can function as a wet room.

Zellige Tiles

Laure Joilet

The small dusty pink and mauve zellige tiles and cheerful tangerine powder-coated cabinets bring so much life to this bathroom designed by ETC.etera. They offer a more eclectic and unique look because of their unique firing process than other clay tiles.

Wood-like Vinyl

Robert Peterson / Rustic White I

For a bathroom just off the main bedroom in Alison Victoria's Atlanta loft, the HGTV star designer made it feel more spacious and open by not installing doors and by using the same flooring in every connecting room. When Victoria moved into the loft, the existing concrete floors had a red-orange stain, so she laid vinyl plank flooring that resembles wood throughout the space. It's a great budget-friendly alternative to wood, and it's super durable (i.e., perfect for bathrooms!).

Colorful Area Rug

Hadas Dembo

Mise en Scene Design opted for contrasting copper features for a moody yet rustic feel in this powder room. A vibrant blue area rug emboldens the entire room. If you're not quite ready to rip up your floors or you want to experiment with some color schemes, throw an area rug in a bold color over the floor, as seen here.

Terra Cotta Tiles

Corinne Mathern Studio

In this modestly sized powder room designed by Corinne Mathern Studios, the tiny shelf transforms an awkward corner into something chic and pracical It's just large enough to fit a select few cosmetics or a vase with flowers. Modern lighting and accessories fix it the contemporary moment while the original terra cotta flooring honors the Spanish Revival architectural bones.

Graphic Ceramic Tiles

Atelier ND

Ceramic tiles are an easy favorite in bathrooms, especially on the floors. They're very water-resistant, easy to clean, and they’re incredibly versatile, coming in essentially every shape or color. Here, in this small bathroom by Atelier ND, a wavy contrasting floor tile is carried up the side of a built-in tub, unifying several surfaces in this bathroom.

Carpeting

JAke

The thin carpeting connects this small bathroom and dressing room by McLaren.Excell to the primary bedroom beyond and also provides a soft landing for cold feet. The swanky custom gold details, industrial matte and concrete materials, and warm wood paneling blends monastic calm with bold design. Carpet doesn't seem like the best fit for splash zones, but with the right shower design, it can actually work quite well.

Cork

Shawn Henderson

Cork is an eco-friendly material and it's also gaining more traction in the design world. In this tiny New York City powder room designed by Shawn Henderson, it proves an unexpectedly stylish surface material. If you do decide to use it on your floors, make sure you finish it with a water-resistant coating to ensure a long lifespan.

Mosaic Tiles

Heidi Caillier

In this bathroom by Heidi Caillier, a unique pattern is created in the shower with a mix of mosaic tiles and subway tiles. The rest of the floors are wood.

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from bold colors and striking patterns to soothing neutrals and more |

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A limited floor area definitely shouldn’t limit your small bathroom flooring ideas. Pattern as well as color ranging from subtle neutrals to bold and vibrant hues can look fabulous in compact bathrooms, en suites and half baths.

What’s crucial with bathroom flooring ideas is that they are practical, coping with splashes and providing sufficient slip resistance for the room’s users, but satisfy these requirements and there are a multitude of decor choices available.

Be inspired to fulfill your small bathroom ideas with our selection of small bathroom flooring ideas and create a compact room that ticks the boxes for style and functionality.

Small bathroom flooring ideas

When it comes to planning your small bathroom flooring ideas, many flooring companies offer free apps to help visualize the finish in your room, and one of the real upsides of only needing a few square feet is that you can splash out on a super luxe finish.

Any floor covering you choose will have to be waterproof and anti-slip, as splashes are inevitable. Follow the manufacturer’s advice for cleaning and care, especially for natural stone, and invest in the laying of tiles with the correct prep and substrate as well as tanking where necessary.

Don’t forget to consider radiant floor heating for a bathroom when laying new flooring. The final touch is a luxury bathmat for a soft step out of the shower and a quick soak up of any puddles.

For some beautiful inspiration for bathroom ideas, explore our top small bathroom flooring ideas, from bathroom floor tile ideas and vinyl bathroom flooring to marble bathroom flooring and non-slip bathroom floors.

1. Choose checkerboard

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Statement floors are ideal for small bathrooms as they bring instant personality without dominating a space. Currently trending yet imbued with timeless appeal, checkerboard floors would make a stylish choice for a bathroom suggests Barrie Cutchie, design director at BC Designs . 'It doesn’t have to be traditional white and black,' he says. 'Instead, contrasting, or similar shades can be used to soften and warm the space.

'This type of flooring works well in half baths and smaller spaces, though it is best to work with smaller tiles so you can see much more of the pattern,' he adds.

2. Add texture with herringbone tiles

(Image credit: Sims Hilditch)

Tiling a compact bathroom floor with small herringbone marble tiles is a brilliant way to inject subtle texture into a muted color palette. With each tile boasting myriad tones and grain details, the overall effect is a shimmering surface that lifts the space.

One of the benefits of marble is that it can work well in a number of different properties, explains Louise Wicksteed, design director at Sims Hilditch . 'The smooth, sleek finish can create a contemporary, elegant finish suitable for a luxurious London home, or can be used to bring contrast to a more rustic family space full of exposed beams and natural materials,' she says.

(Image credit: Samantha Todhunter Design)

If you're looking to inject pattern into a small bathroom while keeping the walls pale and light reflective, you can't go wrong with a geometric floor, which can be a clever way to trick the eye, too.

‘Using a bold floor tile is a wonderfully effective way to elevate a bathroom – it grounds the room, emphasizes the sense of space and scale, and packs a chic punch without being too overwhelming,’ advises interior designer Samantha Todhunter .

When the boundary between one tile and another is not clearly defined it can give the illusion that the floor spans a greater area, so for a neat way to make a small bathroom floor appear larger try a tessellated geometric tile design.

4. Blur the boundaries

(Image credit: Simon Bevan)

Using the same tiles over the walls and the floors is a clever way to create an illusion of space making it a good idea for small bathrooms. This technique cleverly disguises the boundaries of the floor helping to distract from its compact span. Opting for a pastel color will ensure the space stays bright and uplifting while also bringing personality.

'We designed this bathroom for my daughter Iris, eight, and wanted a feminine and age-appropriate bathroom, but also not a space she would tire of with age. The glamorous pink Luna Rose tiles that cover every surface were the perfect choice,' says Lee Thornley, founder of Bert & May .

5. Go with the grain

(Image credit: Paul Massey)

With its beautiful natural grain, wood is a fabulous way to bring warmth and texture to a small bathroom. But as an alternative to the real thing, consider wood-effect porcelain tiles. Available in a huge array of tones and textures, these tiles have the rustic appeal of real wood with the added benefits of being durable and easy to install and maintain, plus they are also compatible with radiant floor heating.

'Wood-effect tiles have grown in popularity in recent years and bring warmth, color and durability to any space with a wide array of styles and texture available,' says Harriet Goodacre, tile consultant at Topps Tiles . 'If you’re working with a small space, we advise going for a simple grain in light shades to ensure it doesn’t feel too claustrophobic.'

6. Use contrasting colors with floor tiles

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In this 19th Century style bathroom, the beautiful Victorian tiles in contrasting colors blue and yellow make a stand out feature of the small flooring space.

George Miller, Designer at Neptune states it’s all about quality and not quantity in small bathrooms, ‘choosing flooring for a smaller space, like a bijou bathroom or cloakroom, shouldn’t feel limiting. In fact, with a smaller area to cover, you can afford to invest in quality materials that will make a statement’.

When choosing colors for your bathroom floor tiles, using the color wheel will ensure you create harmonious and stylish color combinations that can stand the test of time.

7. Add a rug for comfort

(Image credit: Neptune)

Bathroom rug ideas are not typically an essential addition to a bathroom space, but they can help to create a relaxing and cozy atmosphere in a room that is often viewed to be clinical and purely practical.

Rugs are often used in larger bathrooms with expansive floor areas, however, they can work just as well in small bathroom spaces to create an enhanced, cozy space that is warm and inviting.

If you want to avoid using color through wallpaper designs or paint on the walls, adding a rug to your small bathroom space is a simple and easy way to inject character and personality without the space feeling too overwhelming.

8. Go all-white

(Image credit: Paul Raeside)

White bathroom ideas are some of the most popular when it comes to designing and decorating bathrooms in the home. White is a color associated with purity and cleanliness and is a very practical choice for the bathroom when it comes to cleaning.

To create a truly tranquil bathroom space, an all-white scheme with matching white flooring will make a small bathroom feel much bigger and brighter.

Whether you choose white tiles, vinyl or painted floorboards, an all-white design for small bathroom flooring ideas is timeless, and allows for you to easily adapt and tweak the scheme later down the line. You can then simply add color and texture through your accessories, fixtures and fittings.

9. Be bold with black

Back to Black Vamp vinyl tile, Amtico Flooring

(Image credit: Amtico Flooring)

Black flooring in a small bathroom space can create an enduring atmosphere of refined elegance, from luxurious marble to vinyl, there are an array of options to choose from.

A very practical and long-lasting choice for a small bathroom space, black bathroom flooring can pretty much coordinate with any other color, allowing for you to easily pick and choose other colors when decorating to begin with and later down the line if you want to make changes.

Black vinyl flooring, like the 'Back to Black Vamp' flooring shown in the above image from Amtico Flooring , is easy to clean and can effortlessly coordinate with both traditional and contemporary styled spaces. When paired with white tiles, black flooring can create a sophisticated, classic look, it also works well with other neutral shades and natural materials such as marble and wood.

(Image credit: Neptune)

A small bathroom floor is a great place to go all out for bathroom tile ideas. As there is not as much space to cover, creating an intricate tile design will make a small bathroom feel elegant and luxurious.

George Miller, Designer at Neptune states, ‘creating a pattern, no matter how simple, from tiles or timber in neutral tones is also a great way to add interest underfoot without overwhelming smaller spaces’.

In this gray bathroom, the beautiful herringbone design adds visual interest to the gray and white scheme. The marble tiles used in this classic, intricate pattern create a stylish design statement that celebrates traditional techniques in a modern bathroom space.

11. Elevate a blue scheme

(Image credit: Jake Curtis)

Blue bathroom ideas remain one of the most popular and versatile choices for when decorating a bathroom space.

With its connections to the sky and the ocean, the color blue is guaranteed to evoke feelings of calm and relaxation, perfect for a bathroom. With many bathrooms using blue paint and tiles, or finished with blue accessories, why not take your design one step further with blue flooring.

Whether you choose a decorative blue floor tile, or large, block color vinyl designs, blue flooring can lift a small bathroom space, enhancing your existing blue scheme by adding character and charm to your floor space.

12. Carry the look up the wall

Kingston White Brillo tile, £36.99 per sq m, CTD Tiles .

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Matching bathroom floor tiles with wall tiles will open out the space, especially if you pick a pale tone with a natural pattern, such as these Carrara marble-effect tiles.

Stick to one uniform tile or look for ranges that offer different shapes in the same finish for added creative interest.

13. Trick the eye

Parisian Café Tri Rosa porcelain tiles, £74.70 per sq m, Ca’Pietra .

(Image credit: Ca'Pietra)

Geometric tiles can shake up perceptions of a small space. Here they unfold like a long carpet, leading the eye up to the skylight and beyond. It’s a great trick to use when you lay bathroom floor tiles in a narrow space, as it brings some personality to the scheme.

These Parisian Café Tri Rosa tiles are porcelain, designed to replicate old encaustic cement tiles.

14. Introduce some color

Okofloor, £62 per sq m, The Colour Flooring Company .

(Image credit: The Colour Flooring Company)

Linoleum and rubber are both natural products that have long-been used to add a pop of color to the bathroom.

Okofloor is the next generation; an even greener form of sheet flooring that is colorfast and suitable for use with underfloor heating. Made from organic castor and rapeseed oils, it has a subtly textured finish and is available in seven modern colors.

Bathrooms by DayTrue start at £8,000.

(Image credit: DayTrue)

Monochrome bathroom tile ideas are timeless – think Art Deco black and white. The irregular laying pattern of these diagonal striped tiles creates interesting movement – are they chevrons or stripes or both?

While running the patterns across the bath panel boosts the sense of floor space and doubles the impact.

16. Go luxe with natural stone

Antique Marble Basketweave mosaic, £238.80 per sq m, Lapicida

(Image credit: Lapicida)

Real stone is the luxury bathroom idea that will bring unique pattern and texture to your floor. Stone needs proper sealing and there are some cleaning products that should be avoided, but it has solidity, it holds warmth well and has enduring style. Check that joists can take the extra weight, although this is unlikely to be a problem in a small bathroom.

‘When you are laying stone on a suspended floor, look for a minimum of 20mm thickness to reduce flexing and floor movement underneath,’ advises James Cherrington, Director of Lapicida . ‘Good sub-floor preparation is essential.’

Lapicida offers a range of natural stones and mosaics as well as porcelain tiles that replicate the effect.

17. Try stone-look porcelain

Mimica Onyx Pearl Gloss Porcelain, from £46.80 per sq m, Mandarin Stone

(Image credit: Mandarin Stone)

Stone effects on a porcelain tile combine a sense of luxury with practicality and affordability, and the current trend for onyx is a real gem.

Mandarin Stone has taken inspiration from this mineral, capturing much of its reflective qualities, depth and character in a porcelain tile, which looks every bit as precious as the real thing.

18. Consider wood-look luxury vinyl tile

Coal Grained Oak laid as parquet, from £55 per sq m, Amtico .

(Image credit: Amtico)

You can use real wood in a bathroom. Engineered planks have the stability to weather the changes in temperature and humidity, but luxury vinyl can be a better and more practical idea for small bathrooms.

Luxury vinyl tiles are built of several layers of material compressed at high temperatures to give stability and a tough finish, and are available in a wide range of wood effects.

19. Create a stylish grid pattern

Chalkstone Honeybee Bone tiles, £28.95 per sq m, Walls & Floors .

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Smaller tiles work well in compact spaces and are easier to cut around awkward fittings. The hexagon continues to be a popular motif, creating a more organic patterning than squares and rectangles. Many ranges have matching tiles in squarer formats too so you can get creative with your tile-laying.

These porcelain Chalkstone Honeybee Bone tiles have a matte finish and are suitable for floors and walls.

20. Aim for a balanced look

Mrs Jones Blue tiles, £17.99, per sq m, Tons of Tiles .

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Adding a little pattern can be a beautiful thing, but do consider the balance of the room. A small patterned floor in an all-white room may get lost but a matching splash back boosts its presence and creates a beautifully layered scheme.

21. Create a cohesive scheme

SistemS and SistemU stoneware tiles by Marazzi , POA.

(Image credit: Marazzi)

No surface sits in isolation in the bathroom, so think about how the various elements connect.

This clever small bathroom idea uses a mix of two dark floor tiles, one with a wood effect and one plain, and the change in texture separates the bathing zone from the shower. It is a subtle effect but one that feels very considered, picking up on the timber of the vanity and window frames.

What is the best flooring for a small bathroom?

First things first, it's important to consider the best flooring for a small bathroom. Whether you have a bath or a shower, splashes are likely to reach the whole floor, so it needs to be practical. Anti-slip, easy to care for and totally waterproof are the essentials, and make sure it’s compatible with underfloor heating too.

Consider the sub-floor. Ground-floor bathrooms on solid surfaces can be tanked and turned into wet rooms and shower rooms, but flexible timber joists and boards can be trickier to seal effectively.

Tiles, lino, stone, quality vinyl and rubber all make good floor coverings but a lot rests on the way it is laid, so always use a recommended professional for installation.

What is the best tile size for a small bathroom?

So, you've got your design sorted, now it's time to consider the best tile size for your small bathroom.

Small tiles have the advantage of being easy to cut and fit around pipework and fittings but they are not the only solution. Large format tiles continue to be popular and can give a smart, almost grout-free finish in a small space. But they need to be laid properly, with full tiles running down the centre and cut tiles off to the sides.

Choose a shade of grout that will blend. Matching floor and wall tiles can really open out the space, but do go for something with a bit of character and warmth.

What are latest trends for flooring in a small bathroom?

If you're struggling for inspiration, why not look to some of the latest tile trends for flooring in small bathrooms?

As we continue to spend more time at home, there is an overarching trend for quality and durability in all rooms as well as a need for privacy and retreat in our bathrooms.

Natural materials, dark bathroom color ideas, texture and the opulence of metallic glazes on tiles give a luxurious feel and a timeless quality. At the brighter end of the spectrum, sparkling white wall tiles can be teamed with patterned tiles or block color on the floor for an uplifting look that sparks joy.

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Pebbles, rubber flooring, PVC tiles - we have found several non-trivial options for finishing the floor in the bathroom.

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1 PVC tile

PVC flooring is a material that combines the qualities of linoleum and laminate. PVC tiles are moisture resistant, easy to install and maintain, economical, durable, and available in different design options.

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Bonus: additional heat and sound insulation. PVC tiles are warm, have shock-absorbing properties, fixed dimensions (do not swell, do not shrink).

Minus: lovers of natural finishes and the tactile properties of natural materials are unlikely to appreciate such a floor in the bathroom.

2 Linoleum

The moisture resistance of linoleum allows it to be used in the bathroom. Modern manufacturers offer material that adequately imitates the texture and pattern of wood and stone. Also among the advantages are price, ease of installation and maintenance, depreciation properties.

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Bonus: the floor is warm, which means you can save on underfloor heating.

Minus: contact with sharp objects will cause scratches, and it will not be possible to replace the damaged area - only the entire coating.

3 Terrazzo

Terrazzo is a seamless mosaic floor, which is a coating with the addition of stone, glass, pebbles.

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Bonus: is one of the trends, looks expensive and spectacular, practical, fits into almost any style.

Minus: the device of such a floor is not the most budget option, and you will have to look for a good master. The coating will turn out cold, a system of warm floors will be required.

4 Cork

Yes, cork can be used in bathrooms. It has many advantages: the material does not absorb moisture, does not rot, has a pronounced natural texture, shock-absorbing properties.

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Bonus: cork flooring is warm and will fit into a variety of interior styles.

Minus: not all cork options are suitable for the bathroom. So, the material with a lock connection is not recommended for use in wet areas: moisture can penetrate under the finish, contribute to the appearance of fungus.

5 Laminate

Laminate (even moisture resistant) may not be the most practical choice for wet areas. But if you like frequent changes or make repairs in a temporary apartment, you can consider this option.

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Bonus: wood imitation aesthetics, pleasant texture, warm floor, budget.

Minus: high-quality moisture-resistant laminate and its installation will cost a lot. And budget materials will be much less durable.

6 Rubber flooring

Practical, easy to clean, not too traumatic bathroom flooring - rubber.

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Bonus: moisture resistance, abrasion resistance, wide palette will definitely please you.

Minus: It is, of course, difficult to call a natural, environmentally friendly rubber coating. Especially if you turn to the budget material of little-known manufacturers. Aesthetics also remain controversial.

7 Pebbles

Pebble floors are gaining popularity: environmental friendliness, practicality, relative budget, ease of installation make them more and more popular.

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Bonuses: this floor looks spectacular, fits into many styles, and is not too difficult to maintain. The uniqueness of the coating (each stone is unique!), massage effect.

Minus: the floor will be hard, cold.

8 Concrete

The popularity of industrial motifs has made concrete floors not uncommon, including in bathrooms. The apparent cheapness of the concrete floor is deceptive: in order for it to serve for a long time without deformation, a high-quality mortar, reinforcement, additional topping mixtures with plasticizers or primers will be required. It will not be cheaper than alternative coatings. If this moment is omitted, the concrete in the bathroom will be dusty, cracks and potholes will quickly form on it.

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Bonus: original look, easy care, moisture resistance. If desired, concrete can be painted with a special paint.

There are also disadvantages: concrete is cold, hard, its style may not be appropriate in any interior.

9 Natural wood

Eco-friendly material, status look, natural texture - all these are the undoubted advantages of natural wood. Yes, when laying in wet areas, special impregnations or moisture-resistant varnishing will be required, but the interior of a bathroom with a wooden floor will become expensive and expressive.

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Bonus: with proper care, the coating will last for decades. And you can always sand it down for a repair effect.

Minus: dense, more moisture-resistant wood species are suitable for the bathroom, which will cost a considerable amount. In addition, the work must be performed by a professional, which is also not cheap.

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Floor ideas for small bathrooms, showers and toilets

A typical bathroom is usually not too big, but despite its small size, this room can look elegant and stylish thanks to smart flooring solutions and carefully thought out decor.

— Just because you have a small bathroom, it doesn't mean that your flooring choices are limited to modest tiles in boring shades.

A small bathroom is where you can get creative and indulge in bold tile patterns and dynamic color combinations.

The latest trends in patterned/patterned and bold color tiles show that even in a miniature bathroom, you can achieve an elegant look with dramatic tiles. Given the limited space available in a small bathroom, every square centimeter of space must be used to the maximum. This can be done, among other things, through the use of floor tiles with a unique design.

When choosing floor finishes, you can use free applications (or special computer programs for interior visualization) that will visually show what the final result will look like.

A nice benefit of a small bathroom is that you often only need one or two square meters of material to finish the floor. This means that the purchase of even expensive elite tiles will not be too burdensome for the budget.

Any flooring material you choose must be waterproof and slip resistant, as splashes and moisture are inevitable in the bathroom. In addition, it is required to follow the recommendations of manufacturers for cleaning and caring for the applied finishing materials, which is especially important in relation to natural stone.

When laying tiles, pay attention to the preliminary preparation of the surface and the subsequent processing of the joints.

Consider installing underfloor heating. It will provide year-round comfort, and the absence of the need for radiators will free up wall space. The final touch can be a luxurious rug, which will be nice to stand on when leaving the bath or shower area. In addition, it quickly absorbs drops of water flowing from the body.

Below we would like to present some projects from which you can get ideas for finishing the floor in a small bathroom. The flooring used in these projects ranges from tile and marble to wood and vinyl flooring. We hope these ideas will inspire you before you start your renovation.

1. USE CONTRASTING TILE

— This 19th century style bathroom features contrasting Victorian tiles that turn the floor into an accent surface.

George Miller, designer at Neptune, argues that small bathrooms should focus on quality over quantity: , because having a smaller area, you can afford to spend money on high-quality finishing materials that will allow you to achieve a spectacular result.

Use the color wheel when choosing the colors of your bathroom floor tiles. It will help you get harmonious and stylish color combinations that will always look good.

2. ADD A CARPET FOR COMFORT

Carpet is not normally a necessity in a bathroom, but it can help create a relaxing and cozy atmosphere in a room that is often considered utilitarian and therefore rather austere. .

- Carpet is often used in a spacious bathroom, but it also looks good in a small bathroom, giving it warmth and comfort.

In addition, adding carpet to a small bathroom is a simple and easy way to give the room a personal touch without overwhelming the space. And with the help of a carpet, you can create a bright colored surface (especially if you do not want to use, for example, wallpaper or paint for this purpose).

3. CHOOSE A WHITE COLOR SCHEME

Decorating a bathroom in white is one of the most popular design choices. White is associated with cleanliness and is a pragmatic choice in terms of demonstrating the sanitary condition of the bathroom.

- By using a white color scheme, which includes a white floor, a small bathroom will appear lighter and larger.

For flooring according to this approach, you can choose white tiles, vinyl flooring or painted boards for flooring. Decorating a small bathroom with a white color scheme will always look modern. If desired, this design can be easily modified later - other colors can be added to the interior with the help of accessories, lamps and fittings.

4. USE BLACK BOLDER

- A black floor can create an atmosphere of sophisticated elegance even in a small bathroom.

The choice of materials for flooring in black is quite wide. For this purpose, you can, for example, use tiles, marble, vinyl, etc.

Black color is very practical and always relevant. It does not limit you in choosing other colors in the interior: the black floor in the bathroom will look good with almost any other color used in the design of the bathroom. In addition, if after some time you want to change the color scheme a little, it will be easy for you to do this.

The project shown here uses black vinyl flooring (from Amtico Flooring). It is easy to clean and will fit well in both traditional and modern interiors. Paired with white tiles, black flooring creates a sophisticated classic look, but it also pairs well with other neutrals and natural materials (such as marble and wood).

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5. APPLY INTERESTING TILE PATTERNS

— The floor in a small bathroom is a good place to get creative with tiles.

Since the floor area is not so large in a small room, the tile pattern itself can come to the fore, with which you can give the bathroom an unusual look.
Here is what George Miller quoted above says about this: “Creating even a simple pattern using neutral-colored tiles (or boards) is a great way to make the interior visually more interesting without overloading a small room. ”

In the gray bathroom pictured, a pretty herringbone pattern adds some color to the monochrome scheme. Marble tiles laid with this classic pattern not only add style to the space, but also pay tribute to traditional techniques in a contemporary bathroom space.

6. EXPERIENCE THE BLUE EFFECT

— Blue bathroom design continues to be one of the most popular and versatile bathroom decor options.

With its associations with the sky and the sea, it contributes to a calm and relaxed atmosphere and is ideal for the bathroom. Since the walls in many bathrooms are already blue tiled or painted, why not enhance the effect by making the floor blue too?

For this purpose, you can choose, for example, blue floor tiles or vinyl panels. A blue floor will enhance the existing blue color scheme and make the small bathroom more impactful.

7. USE THE SAME FINISHES ON THE FLOOR AND WALLS

Using the same floor and wall tiles in the bathroom will visually expand the space, especially if you choose tiles in a pale shade with a natural pattern, such as the effect tiles shown in the photo carrara marble.

- Alternatively, you can choose a different shape for the wall, but from the same collection. This approach will help to achieve a more creative result.

8. ILLUSION AND NO DECEIT

Geometric tiles can make a big difference in the perception of a small space. In the project shown in the photo, the tiled floor blends seamlessly into the back wall. Both surfaces unfold like a long carpet, forcing the eye to move upward. This is a great trick that you can also use when tiling in a narrow bathroom. In addition, it makes the design of the room more individual.

- The project used ceramic tiles (Parisian Cafe Tri Rosa) that reproduce the look and feel of antique encaustic cement tiles.

9. ADD A LITTLE COLOR

Linoleum and rubber flooring are natural products that have long been used in bathroom flooring. Often with their help, the interior of the bathroom is endowed with bright colors.

— More environmentally friendly next-generation materials are now on the market, such as the Okofloor color-resistant sheet floor, which is made from castor and rapeseed oils.

10. CREATE A STUNNING LOOK WITH MONOCHROME

— Decorating a bathroom with monochrome tiles is always in demand, just remember the fashionable black and white Art Deco interiors.

In the project shown in the illustration, the laying pattern in the form of lines that fold in the form of chevrons looks very interesting and dynamic. With the tiling flowing from the floor to the side of the bathtub (as well as the parallel bars of the dryer), the space looks longer and more spacious.

11. ADD LUXURY WITH NATURAL STONE

— Stone is a natural material that will give your floor a unique pattern and texture.

Please note that stone or stone mosaic floors require a special treatment. In addition, some cleaning agents cannot be used on it.

A stone tiled floor has an enviable strength and holds heat well. It has a classic look and therefore never goes out of style. However, the stone floor is heavy, so make sure the beams can support the extra weight. Please consult with an appropriate specialist on this matter.

Porcelain tile can also be used instead of natural stone, which imitates the look of stone or stone mosaics (such as the Antique Marble Basketweave Bianco Nero Mosaic tile with the “braided” mosaic pattern seen in the photo), but more about porcelain tile under stone - in the next paragraph.

12. STONE LOOK BATHROOM PORCELAIN TILES

— Stone look porcelain tile combines luxury with practicality and affordability. Recently, the trend towards the use of onyx-effect porcelain stoneware has been especially noticeable.

Many porcelain tile manufacturers draw inspiration from this mineral. Modern technologies make it possible to realistically convey the reflective properties, depth and character of onyx. Often produced samples are difficult to distinguish from a real mineral in appearance.

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13. WOOD LOOK BATH TILE

— Wood effect floor tiles can be used in the bathroom.

Composite boards are resistant to changes in temperature and humidity, but luxury ceramics can be a better and more practical solution for a small bathroom.

Lux tiles consist of several layers of material pressed at high temperatures to give them stability and strength. On the market, they are presented in a wide range, including those with a wood effect.

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14. CREATE A STYLISH HONEYCOMB PATTERN

— Small format tiles are well suited for compact spaces.

Makes it easier to walk around areas around plumbing fixtures, etc. The hexagon continues to be one of the most popular shapes. Hexagon tiles allow for a more organic pattern than rectangular (and in particular square) tiles.

Many collections include both hexagonal and rectangular tiles – using both shapes of tiles in decoration can produce quite creative surfaces. The tile shown in the photo (Chalkstone Honeybee Bone) has a matte surface and is suitable not only for the floor, but also for the walls.

15. STRIVE FOR A BALANCED LOOK

— A small pattern can look great in a bathroom, but be mindful of balance.

A finely patterned floor can get lost in a small space, but using the same pattern on the backsplash behind the bath will create the necessary balance.

16. CREATE A WHOLE LOOK

— In the bathroom, no surface exists on its own, so you need to think in advance about how the various elements connect in a single picture.

The small bathroom shown in the photo uses two types of dark floor tiles - wood effect in the foreground and plain in the background. With the help of different tiles, the bathing area is separated from the shower area. This solution looks very thoughtful here: wood-like tiles echo the wooden cabinet under the sink and wooden window frames.

WHICH FINISH IS BEST FOR A SMALL BATHROOM FLOOR?

First of all, it must be said that the choice of flooring depends not so much on preferences regarding its appearance, but on the properties of the finishing material, the installation method and the features of the building (what it is built from, what condition, etc.) in which it is supposed to be used specific finishing material. So, for example, ceilings may not withstand a heavy floor, which is especially dangerous if the bathroom is located on the upper floors.

Be sure to invite a specialist who will carefully evaluate these moments and determine the suitability of a particular flooring. In addition, the expert will talk about possible ways to waterproof the floor and walls, as well as answer other questions.

Tile, linoleum, stone, quality vinyl and rubber flooring are all used for flooring. Much depends on the quality of the installation itself, so always use the services of trusted professionals. Remember that the base (subfloor) requires proper preparation.

Flooring needs to be practical: whether you're taking a bath or shower, in a small bathroom, splashes are likely to hit the entire surface of the floor. It should also be anti-slip, easy to clean and absolutely waterproof. If you're planning on underfloor heating, make sure the flooring is compatible and suitable for the purpose.

WHICH TILE SIZE IS BEST FOR A SMALL BATHROOM?

Each tile size has its own advantages. The advantage of small tiles is that they are easy to cut and install in areas around pipes and plumbing fixtures. But of course, small tiles are not the only option.

Large-format tiles are also in demand, as they can be used to create an elegant finish with a minimum of joints. When laying large tiles, you need to remember the unspoken rule: solid tiles should go in the center, and cut ones should go on the sides.